Garrard County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2020 - Jun 30, 2021





2067 - Apparel and Textiles (Non-Master Clothing Volunteer)
2067.1) 10

Number of individuals who reported increased levels of understanding in the areas of: clothing care, clothing repair (sewing on a button)

2067.2) 0

Number of individuals who reported intent to change the way they care for clothing (laundry, repair)

2067.3) 461

Number of individuals who participated in a sewing related program (not led by a Master Clothing Volunteer)



Success Stories

Virtual Area Seminar: It's Not Your Mothers Sewing Room

Author: Mary Hixson

Major Program: Apparel and Textiles (Non-Master Clothing Volunteer)

The Ft. Harrod Area Seminar, "It's Not Your Mothers Sewing Room" was originally planned for a limited audience in-person for March 2020, the seminar format was changed and held as a virtual program with unlimited audience in November 2020. 183 participants viewed the live Zoom program (2.5 hours) which was recorded and made available afterwards (197 views since Nov 2020). A qualtrics evaluation with 70% return was conducted immediately after the program. This seminar was planned af

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It's Sew Fine: Sewing Expo Event

Author: Mary Hixson

Major Program: Apparel and Textiles (Non-Master Clothing Volunteer)

It's Sew Fine: Sewing Expo had been held annually for several years in the northern Kentucky area. Not from the lack of participation or interest, this event could no longer be held as in previous years. FCS Agents and participants of the event had inquired whether the Ft. Harrod Area FCS Extension Agents would continue this event in a different location. With the renovation and additions to the Boyle County Extension Office, this was possible. An area committee was formed consisting of the

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Virtual Quilting Classes

Author: Mary Hixson

Major Program: Apparel and Textiles (Non-Master Clothing Volunteer)

In a collaborative effort with the Lincoln County FCS Extension Agent, in September 2020 we offered our first virtual quilting class in conjunction with the National 'Sew a Jelly Roll Day' event. The sewing community is an easy way to make friends and seek advice from people that enjoy the same hobby as you, which can also fight depression.Sewing is a single focus task, which reduces the likelihood of negative thoughts and can help fight anxiety.By September 2020 after months of shut dow

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